Celestron designed and engineered the larger SkyMaster models to meet the special demands of extended astronomical or terrestrial viewing sessions. This special 15x70 version brings you even closer to the action, with the highest boost in power you’ll find in our fixed magnification binoculars. Due to its weight, size (including its very large objective lenses), and very high magnification levels, this binocular should be mounted on a standard photographic tripod for extended periods of use. We’ve included a tripod adapter rod that allows you to mount your SkyMaster binoculars on any sturdy ¼”-20 photographic tripod in seconds. These large & extra-powerful binoculars ensure high performance in all weather conditions and are ideal for astronomical viewing or terrestrial (land-based) viewing over long distances. Astronomers have praised the Celestron SkyMaster for decades for its high-quality BaK-4 prisms and multi-coated optics, which enhance contrast and bring out bright, sharp images—especially in low light conditions. Pre-owned.